School and Libraries Programof the

Universal Service Fund

Agenda Program OverviewApplication ProcessConclusionCampus Technology Plan

E-Rate ?Administered by Universal Service

Administrative CompanyProvides schools discount

telecommunications and internetDiscounts range from 20-90%Four categories are funded

Fund Request

4 Categories

Tele-communication

Services

Internet Access

InternalConnections

BasicMaintenance

Application Process• 1) Determine Eligibility• 2)Develop a Technology Plan• 3) Open a Competitive Bidding Process• 4) Select a Service Provider• 5) Calculate the Discount Level• 6) Determine Eligible Services

Application Process (continued)

• 7) Submit Application for Program Support• 8) Undergo Application Review• 9) Receive Your Funding Decision• 10) Begin Receipt of Services• 11) Invoice USAC

Conclusion

• This service seeks to make:–Telecommunications available to all– Low-income, rural, high-cost areas

• For more information, click below:Schools and Libraries Program

• Toll Free #: (888) 203-8100

DHS Technology Plan

• Plan for E-Rate Year 10

• 2007-2010• 5 Goals

Goal 1

• Students will experience:–Relevant, technology-infused

educational experience

Goal 2

• All staff will–Model

continuous learning–Perform

duties at optimal levels

Goal 3

• The school district will provide– nurturing

climate– Environment free

from violence or disruption

Goal 4

• The schools will:–Exist to serve

the community–Parents/

taxpayers are primary external customers

Goal 5• The district will:–Integrate technology to better serve students

Vision • Model life-long learning• Effective use of technology

• “Engaging Hearts and Minds”